Do you love your donors enough? Valentine’s Day has come and gone, but are you making your donors of money and time feel like your Valentine every day of the year?
Violence Against Women Act: Lookin’ Good on Valentine’s Day

Last year, the Violence Against Women Act wasn’t reauthorized for the first time since its inception in 1994, but there are signs that the tide may be shifting back the other way.
Organizing for America Amped up about State of the Union Agenda
This may be the future: a politically controlled archipelago of chapters of a nonprofit that originated in the White House and that is prepared to push for the president’s State of the Union agenda.
No Mystery in the “Why” of Scientology’s Largest Donor
What motivated the Church of Scientology’s biggest donor? We’ll give you one guess.
Philanthropy as Sex Appeal: Valentine’s Day Amongst the Do Gooders
In honor of Valentine’s Day, here’s a tip for boosting your romantic appeal. Yes, it’s true: nonprofits offer everyone the quickest path to bring sexy back!
In Conn., Malloy Proposes Cuts to Safety Net Programs

Some New Haven officials and the Connecticut Association of Nonprofits have gotten their first look at Gov. Dannel Malloy’s proposed budget and don’t like what they see.
Matt Damon Refuses to Go to the Bathroom on Principle
Matt Damon has announced that he isn’t going to the bathroom anymore. What does that mean and why should you care?
Can Tests Showing Marijuana Use Still Legally Impact Employment?

Can employers base employment decisions such as hiring and firing on off-duty, legal marijuana use in states where such actions are now legal? The law is murky and evolving.
Put Your Money Where Your Mission Is: Mission-Related Investments and You
Most nonprofit leaders aren’t investment whizzes, but most realize that they should carefully consider their investment options. There are many ways to do so that are in harmony with one’s mission.
State of the Union and Nonprofits: What about Us?
In addressing the economic revitalization of the U.S. during last night’s State of the Union address, President Barack Obama didn’t give the sector that employs 14 million people a nod.
In College Sports, a Blurry Line between Nonprofit and For-Profit
The Atlantic Coast Conference, structured as a 501(c)(3) charity, doesn’t pay taxes on its $3.6 billion television deal or the more than $167 million it brought in last year.
Sustainable Org. or Sustainable Seafood: A Business Plan Question?
The Marine Stewardship Council sought to create demand for sustainable fishing certifications. Now it can’t keep up with demand. Has it lowered its standards as a result?